Life Centered Career Education
Life Centered Career Education (LCCE) teaches you to prepare students to function independently and productively as family members, citizens, and workers, and to enjoy fulfilling personal lives. LCCE is a motivating and effective classroom, home, and community-based curriculum.
National Secondary Transition Technical Assistance Center NSTTAC is a national Technical Assistance and Dissemination center funded from January 1, 2006 through December 31, 2010 by the U.S. Department of Educations Office of Special Education Programs (OSEP) (Award #H326J050004).
The National Secondary Transition Technical Assistance Center ( NSTTAC ) is directed and staffed by the Special Education Program at the University of North Carolina at Charlotte, in partnership with the Special Education Programs at Western Michigan University and Appalachian State University. In order to ensure full implementation of IDEA and help youth with disabilities and their families achieve desired post-school outcomes, NSTTAC will help states build capacity to support and improve transition planning, services, and outcomes for youth with disabilities and disseminate information and provide technical assistance on scientifically-based research practices with an emphasis on building and sustaining state-level infrastructures of support and district-level demonstrations of effective transition methods for youth with disabilities. The NSTTAC will provide efficient and effective large-scale implementation and sustainability of research-based secondary transition
The National Center on Secondary Education and Transition (NCSET) coordinates national resources, offers technical assistance, and disseminates information related to secondary education and transition for youth with disabilities in order to create opportunities for youth to achieve successful futures.
6/1/2011 Resources posted by professor.
THE RIOT ISSUE FOCUSED ON THE DIGITAL DIVIDE
The digital divide refers to the gap between people who have access to
technology and people who don't. Have you heard people say self-advocates do
not need to use computers and the internet? If you don't have access to
technology, you are disconnected from valuable life skills and important
information. http://www.theriotrocks.org/blog/wp-content/uploads/2011/04/Riot_Issue_April_201\ 1_FINAL1.pdf
ASSISTIVE TECHNOLOGY 101
Assistive Technology devices are tools that enable people living with
disabilities to lead more independent lives. They can be low-tech, such as a
magnifying glass, or high-tech, such as a computerized communication system.
Here's an overview of what's available and how to choose the best AT tools for
your child. http://www.ldonline.org/article/Assistive_Technology_101
FAMILY INFORMATION GUIDE TO ASSISTIVE TECHNOLOGY & TRANSITION PLANNING
This 50 page guide is aimed at providing families with the information they need
to effectively prepare for and participate in periods of transition in their
children's lives. Individuals may order one free copy of the guide. Additional
print copies are available for $10. A discount is available for bulk orders. To
request one or more print copies go to http://www.fctd.info/show/order_guides
DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION ISSUES GUIDANCE ON RIGHTS OF STUDENTS TO ENJOY THE
BENEFITS OF TECHNOLOGY
The U.S. Department of Education's Office for Civil Rights (OCR) issued guidance
through Dear Colleague Letters to elementary and secondary schools and
institutions of higher education along with a Frequently Asked Questions
document on the legal obligation to provide students with disabilities an equal
opportunity to enjoy the benefits of technology. This guidance provides
information to schools about their responsibilities under Section 504 of the
Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act.
For more information go to http://www2.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ocr/letters/colleague-201105-ese.html
GUIDE TO APPS FOR PEOPLE LIVING WITH PARALYSIS
The Christopher & Dana Reeve Foundation has compiled a list of apps for
SmartPhones (including iPhone, iPad, Android and BlackBerry) that benefit people
living with paralysis of any kind. The list is constructed from a wide range of
apps and includes those that were specifically created for wheelchair users as
well as apps that might just improve the quality of life for anyone including
people living with paralysis. http://www.christopherreeve.org/site/c.mtKZKgMWKwG/b.6133767/k.1326/The_Reeve_Fo\ undations_Guide_to_Apps_for_People_Using_Wheelchairs.htm#Accessibility
BUREAU OF ENGRAVING AND PRINTING LAUNCHES EYENOTETAPP
The Bureau of Engraving and Printing (BEP) has developed a free downloadable
application (app) to assist the blind and visually impaired denominate US
currency. The app is called EyeNoteT. EyeNoteT is a mobile device app designed
for Apple iPhone (3G, 3Gs, 4), and the 4th Generation iPod Touch and iPad2
platforms, and is available through the Apple iTunes App Store. More
information is available at http://www.eyenote.gov/
STUDY REVEALS FAMILY CAREGIVERS WANT WEB-BASED AND MOBILE TECHNOLOGIES TO HELP
IN CARING FOR LOVED ONES
A new study, released by the National Alliance for Caregiving and
UnitedHealthcare, found that more than two-thirds of family caregivers who have
used some form of technology to help them with caregiving believe Web-based and
mobile technologies designed to facilitate caregiving would benefit them. The
report, e-Connected Family Caregiver: Bringing Caregiving into the 21st Century,
shows that technological advances can lighten the growing financial and
emotional burdens many caregivers face. For more information go to http://www.caregiving.org/
http://www.imdetermined.org/educators/
http://www.transitiononestop.org
http://www.rehabworks.org/index.shtml Division of Vocational Rehabilitation FL Dept of Education
Life Centered Career Education
Life Centered Career Education (LCCE) teaches you to prepare students to function independently and productively as family members, citizens, and workers, and to enjoy fulfilling personal lives. LCCE is a motivating and effective classroom, home, and community-based curriculum.
Division on Career Development & Transition Transition Resources
National Secondary Transition Technical Assistance Center
NSTTAC is a national Technical Assistance and Dissemination center funded from January 1, 2006 through December 31, 2010 by the U.S. Department of Educations Office of Special Education Programs (OSEP) (Award #H326J050004).
The National Secondary Transition Technical Assistance Center ( NSTTAC ) is directed and staffed by the Special Education Program at the University of North Carolina at Charlotte, in partnership with the Special Education Programs at Western Michigan University and Appalachian State University. In order to ensure full implementation of IDEA and help youth with disabilities and their families achieve desired post-school outcomes, NSTTAC will help states build capacity to support and improve transition planning, services, and outcomes for youth with disabilities and disseminate information and provide technical assistance on scientifically-based research practices with an emphasis on building and sustaining state-level infrastructures of support and district-level demonstrations of effective transition methods for youth with disabilities. The NSTTAC will provide efficient and effective large-scale implementation and sustainability of research-based secondary transition
National Center on Secondary Education and Transition (NCSET)
The National Center on Secondary Education and Transition (NCSET) coordinates national resources, offers technical assistance, and disseminates information related to secondary education and transition for youth with disabilities in order to create opportunities for youth to achieve successful futures.
6/1/2011 Resources posted by professor.
THE RIOT ISSUE FOCUSED ON THE DIGITAL DIVIDE
The digital divide refers to the gap between people who have access to
technology and people who don't. Have you heard people say self-advocates do
not need to use computers and the internet? If you don't have access to
technology, you are disconnected from valuable life skills and important
information.
http://www.theriotrocks.org/blog/wp-content/uploads/2011/04/Riot_Issue_April_201\
1_FINAL1.pdf
ASSISTIVE TECHNOLOGY 101
Assistive Technology devices are tools that enable people living with
disabilities to lead more independent lives. They can be low-tech, such as a
magnifying glass, or high-tech, such as a computerized communication system.
Here's an overview of what's available and how to choose the best AT tools for
your child. http://www.ldonline.org/article/Assistive_Technology_101
FAMILY INFORMATION GUIDE TO ASSISTIVE TECHNOLOGY & TRANSITION PLANNING
This 50 page guide is aimed at providing families with the information they need
to effectively prepare for and participate in periods of transition in their
children's lives. Individuals may order one free copy of the guide. Additional
print copies are available for $10. A discount is available for bulk orders. To
request one or more print copies go to http://www.fctd.info/show/order_guides
PLAN AHEAD TO GET ASSISTIVE TECHNOLOGY IN COLLEGE
If your college-bound teen with LD relies on assistive technology, he can get a
jump start on college success by scoping out universities' AT policies and
offerings - and understanding his rights and responsibilities. Get the scoop.
http://www.ncld.org/college-aamp-work/post-high-school-options/transitioning-to-\
college/getting-access-to-assistive-technology-in-college
DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION ISSUES GUIDANCE ON RIGHTS OF STUDENTS TO ENJOY THE
BENEFITS OF TECHNOLOGY
The U.S. Department of Education's Office for Civil Rights (OCR) issued guidance
through Dear Colleague Letters to elementary and secondary schools and
institutions of higher education along with a Frequently Asked Questions
document on the legal obligation to provide students with disabilities an equal
opportunity to enjoy the benefits of technology. This guidance provides
information to schools about their responsibilities under Section 504 of the
Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act.
For more information go to
http://www2.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ocr/letters/colleague-201105-ese.html
APPS FOR SPECIAL EDUCATION
"iPhone, iPad and iPod touch Apps for (Special) Education" gives the app's name,
a description of what the app can do, and a link to the app.
http://www.abiq.org/autism_apps/iPhone_iPad_iPod-touch_Apps_AUS.pdf
GUIDE TO APPS FOR PEOPLE LIVING WITH PARALYSIS
The Christopher & Dana Reeve Foundation has compiled a list of apps for
SmartPhones (including iPhone, iPad, Android and BlackBerry) that benefit people
living with paralysis of any kind. The list is constructed from a wide range of
apps and includes those that were specifically created for wheelchair users as
well as apps that might just improve the quality of life for anyone including
people living with paralysis.
http://www.christopherreeve.org/site/c.mtKZKgMWKwG/b.6133767/k.1326/The_Reeve_Fo\
undations_Guide_to_Apps_for_People_Using_Wheelchairs.htm#Accessibility
BUREAU OF ENGRAVING AND PRINTING LAUNCHES EYENOTETAPP
The Bureau of Engraving and Printing (BEP) has developed a free downloadable
application (app) to assist the blind and visually impaired denominate US
currency. The app is called EyeNoteT. EyeNoteT is a mobile device app designed
for Apple iPhone (3G, 3Gs, 4), and the 4th Generation iPod Touch and iPad2
platforms, and is available through the Apple iTunes App Store. More
information is available at http://www.eyenote.gov/
STUDY REVEALS FAMILY CAREGIVERS WANT WEB-BASED AND MOBILE TECHNOLOGIES TO HELP
IN CARING FOR LOVED ONES
A new study, released by the National Alliance for Caregiving and
UnitedHealthcare, found that more than two-thirds of family caregivers who have
used some form of technology to help them with caregiving believe Web-based and
mobile technologies designed to facilitate caregiving would benefit them. The
report, e-Connected Family Caregiver: Bringing Caregiving into the 21st Century,
shows that technological advances can lighten the growing financial and
emotional burdens many caregivers face. For more information go to
http://www.caregiving.org/